Girola - Sakoli, Bhandara
Girola is a village situated in the Sakoli tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakoli and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Girola village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girola is 537139. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.27 hectares and falls under the 441802 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Girola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girola
According to the 2011 Census, Girola village had a total population of 592 people, including 295 males and 297 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.79%, with male literacy at 91.48% and female literacy at 76.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 160, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 295 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 247 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 48 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Girola
Girola is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girola
Girola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Girola is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girola
Where is Girola located?
Girola village is located in Sakoli Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Girola?
Girola is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Girola?
The pincode of Girola is 441802.
What is the population of Girola?
Girola had a total population of 592, including 295 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Girola?
Girola had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girola was 83.79%. Male literacy was 91.48% and female literacy was 76.19%.